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Program Manager - Defense

Camas, WA · On-site

Who We Are At nLIGHT, we continuously push the boundaries of cutting-edge laser technology while ... The Program Manager brings strong initiative and excellent communication skills to drive high ...

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Program Manager - Defense

Camas, WA

$90K - $120K/yr

Who We Are At nLIGHT, we continuously push the boundaries of cutting-edge laser technology while ... The Program Manager brings strong initiative and excellent communication skills to drive high ...

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Program Manager - Defense

Camas, WA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Description Who We Are At nLIGHT, we continuously push the boundaries of cutting-edge laser ... The Program Manager brings strong initiative and excellent communication skills to drive high ...

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Program Manager

Longmont, CO

$120K - $180K/yr

Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed ... The Program Manager will oversee program scope, cost, schedule, performance, and customer ...

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Program Manager

Longmont, CO

$120K - $180K/yr

Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed ... The Program Manager will oversee program scope, cost, schedule, performance, and customer ...

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Program Manager

Longmont, CO

Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed ... The Program Manager will oversee program scope, cost, schedule, performance, and customer ...

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Program Manager - Defense

Camas, WA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Who We Are At nLIGHT, we continuously push the boundaries of cutting-edge laser technology while ... The Program Manager brings strong initiative and excellent communication skills to drive high ...

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Program Manager

Longmont, CO · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed ... The Program Manager will oversee program scope, cost, schedule, performance, and customer ...

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Senior Counsel, Government

Camas, WA · On-site

$158K - $215K/yr

Manage other legal team members in support of the company's government contracting programs ... Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you ...

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Senior Counsel, Government

Camas, WA

$153K - $208K/yr

Manage other legal team members in support of the company's government contracting programs ... Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you ...

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Product Systems Engineer

Camas, WA

$90K - $115K/yr

Program/Project Management competency helpful * Defense experience useful nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Salary level based on experience, education, and skills:

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Senior Counsel, Government

Camas, WA · On-site

$158K - $215K/yr

Manage other legal team members in support of the company's government contracting programs ... Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you ...

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Senior Counsel, Government

Camas, WA · On-site

$153K - $208K/yr

Manage other legal team members in support of the company's government contracting programs ... Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you ...

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Product Systems Engineer

Camas, WA · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Program/Project Management competency helpful * Defense experience useful nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Salary level based on experience, education, and skills:

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Product Systems Engineer

Camas, WA

Program/Project Management competency helpful * Defense experience useful nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Salary level based on experience, education, and skills:

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Product Quality Engineer

Camas, WA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

... programs. * Manages customer product quality with customer feedback, Corrective Actions, auditing ... Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you ...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Defense

Camas, WA · On-site

$103K - $130K/yr

Perform engineering analyses including thermal management, heat transfer, structural integrity ... Tuition Assistance Program * Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To ...

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Program Manager - Defense

Program Manager - Defense

nLIGHT

Camas, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Who We Are 
At nLIGHT, we continuously push the boundaries of cutting-edge laser technology while transforming and creating markets. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and the leader for aerospace & defense applications. Our lasers change not only the way things are made but what can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
 
About the Role:
The Program Manager brings strong initiative and excellent communication skills to drive high-impact aerospace and defense programs. This includes creating and monitoring key performance metrics, building and strengthening customer relationships, and successful project execution against an AOP. The ideal candidate will have a technical background and experience with DOD projects, revenue forecasting, tracking funding and billing, subcontractor management, follow on proposals, meeting coordination (internal and external), and regular up-reporting on program performance.
 
Job Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the successful technical, schedule, and cost performance of Defense programs, in accordance with contract requirements and company policies and procedures
  • Lead contract negotiations, including changes, change orders, and preparation of proposals/business plans; performance of Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications; and financial terms/conditions
  • Manage program/projects to deliver results on-time and on-budget
  • Lead and support proposal efforts for continued growth
  • Own customer satisfaction by building strong relationships and leading technical discussions
  • Monitor contract, subcontract, and funding; prepare forecasts of program financial performance
  • Develop and implement processes and tools for Program Management Excellence
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 3+ years' experience in Program Management; background in high-tech environemnts is preferred. 
  • Minimum BS in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related degree
  • Knowledge of Government contractual terms and major contract types; CPFF, FFP, T&M
  • Knowledge of ITAR, EAR and related U.S. regulations
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Must be willing to travel up to 15%
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 
Starting pay depends on qualifications: 
  • Program Manager: $90,000 - $120,000 
Other Compensation and Benefits 
  • Target Cash Bonus of 5% of earned wages
  • Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants  
  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 
  • 10 paid Holidays 
  • Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date 
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period 
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts  
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan  
  • 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting  
  • Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Aflac Supplemental Insurance 
  • Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty 
  • Tuition Assistance Program 
  • Pet Insurance 
 
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status). 
 
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or HR@nlight.net. 
E-Verify Participation: 
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. 
For more information, please review the following notices: 
  • E-Verify Participation Poster 
  • Right to Work Poster